Wondering how to change needles on a serger? If you use a Brother 1034DX serger, then this tip is just what you need. At first, changing serger needles might sound scary, but don’t worry—it’s actually super easy once you learn the steps.
Here’s how to do it:
- Turn off your serger. Always stay safe!
- Next, turn the handwheel until the needles reach their highest point.
- Loosen the screws that hold the needles in place.
- Put a piece of paper under the needles. This keeps them from falling inside the machine (trust me—it’s a lifesaver!).
- Pick the right needle size. Most machines use size 80/12 or 90/14 needles.
- Insert the new needles. The flat side should face the back.
- Tighten the screws nice and snug.
✨ Pro tip: Once you finish, check to see that one needle sits just a bit higher than the other. That small difference means everything is set up the right way.
Top 5 Tools You Need for Serger Success
Make your serging experience smoother with these handy tools:
- Tweezers – Great for threading tiny spaces.
- Sharp scissors – Clean cuts help your fabric stay neat.
- Seam ripper – Mistakes happen. This tool fixes them!
- Spool caps – Keeps your thread from tangling.
- Your serger manual – If anything goes wrong, checking it first can save you time and stress.
Want to see that serger needle replacement in action? You can follow my step-by-step video to learn exactly how to do it. Head over to my YouTube channel and check out my video “Brother 1034DX Serger: How to Change / Replace Needles Easy“. It’s a step-by-step guide that’ll have you changing needles like a pro in no time.
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